Senior Project Engineer - Water

Overview We are Lightsource bp – and we’re on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development. We work to safely deliver affordable, reliable, large-scale onshore renewable and energy storage solutions to help the world decarbonize. Read on to fully understand what this job requires in terms of skills and experience If you are a good match, make an application. This hybrid role requires deep, hands-on experience with both large-scale PV and battery storage systems, with travel up to 25% and an office location in Austin, Denver, or San Francisco (not fully remote). What You’ll do We are seeking a technically strong and commercially minded Senior Project Engineer to support utility-scale PV + Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects. Responsibilities include translating BESS and PV technical performance into procurement strategy, cost estimation, vendor evaluation, contractual requirements, and project finance diligence. Establishing and managing technical requirements in contractual documents for Engineering, Project Management and Construction (EPC) engagements Support the Construction team in EPC selection including contract negotiation Assist the Project Management team in construction by providing necessary engineering support Complete design and submittal reviews and approvals for projects in development and construction Manage Owner’s Engineering as assigned to support Construction Conduct site visits to support Construction progress and milestone verification with lenders and 3rd party engineers Support Independent Engineering firms for 3rd party financing of projects Provide technical diligence support for Project Finance Support budgeting and risk management to align with market expectations Deep knowledge of BESS technologies and architectures, including battery chemistries, BMS/PCS/inverter technologies, thermal management and fire mitigation Familiarity with NFPA 855, UL 9540/9540A, IEEE 1547, IEC standards and local regulatory requirements Knowledge of project financing structures and independent engineering diligence for BESS Ability to identify technical risks and translate them into commercial mitigations Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred) or equivalent technical degree CAD experience (AutoCAD, SketchUp, etc.) Advanced knowledge of PV and storage modelling tools (PVsyst, PVsol, StorageVAT, SAM, Matlab/Simulink or equivalent) Experience with BESS modelling or vendor tools for lifetime, thermal and degradation analysis Willingness to travel up to 25% for site visits and meetings Extensive experience designing and delivering utility-scale PV + BESS projects, including substations and energy storage integration Experience with civil and site considerations for BESS installations (transformer/PCS pads, HVAC/thermal, fire suppression layouts, segregation) Hands-on experience in construction support, commissioning and technical document review for PV and BESS scopes Why you’ll make a great member of the team Personal qualities: self-starter, independent, strong task management, ability to work under pressure, attention to detail, problem solving, and excellent communication to represent technical positions to stakeholders. 135,000 to $150,000 annually plus a discretionary 20% annual bonus ~ Health, dental, prescription, and vision care for US team members ~ Retention bonus ~11 paid holidays ~ Hybrid working environment (in-office Tue–Thu; Monthly personal phone bill reimbursement up to $100 and commuter benefit up to $150 Why you’ll want to work with us We are an inclusive, values-driven company focused on Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability and Drive. We offer an engaging environment with opportunities to contribute to global renewable energy projects across 15 countries. Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity, veteran status, or disability status.